Yamaha 840 User manual

Brand: Yamaha

Model: 840

Category: Digital pianos

Type: User manual

IMPORTANT

Check your power supply

Make sure that your local AC mains voltage matches the volt-

age specified on the name plate on the bottom panel. In some

areas a voltage selector may be provided on the bottom panel

of the main keyboard unit near the power cord. Make sure that

the voltage selector is set for the voltage in your area. The

voltage selector is set at 240V when the unit is initially

shipped. To change the setting use a “minus” screwdriver to

rotate the selector dial so that the correct voltage appears next

to the pointer on the panel.

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Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non-

rechargable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in

place. The average life span of this type of battery is ap-

proximately five years. When replacement becomes nec-

essary, contact a qualified service representative to per-

form the replacement.

Warning: Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, or

incinerate this type of battery. Keep all batteries away

from children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and as

regulated by applicable laws. Note: In some areas, the

servicer is required by law to return the defective parts.

However, you do have the option of having the servicer

dispose of these parts for you.

Disposal Notice: Should this product become damaged

beyond repair, or for some reason its useful life is consid-

ered to be at an end, please observe all local, state, and

federal regulations that relate to the disposal of products

that contain lead, batteries, plastics, etc.

NOTICE: Service charges incurred due to lack of knowl-

edge relating to how a function or effect works (when the

unit is operating as designed) are not covered by the

manufacturer’s warranty, and are therefore the owners

responsibility. Please study this manual carefully and con-

sult your dealer before requesting service.

NAME PLATE LOCATION: The graphic below indi-

cates the location of the name plate. The model number,

serial number, power requirements, etc., are located on

this plate. You should record the model number, serial

number, and the date of purchase in the spaces provided

below and retain this manual as a permanent record of

your purchase.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS: Yamaha electronic

products may have either labels similar to the graphics

shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these

graphics on the enclosure. The explanation of these graph-

ics appears on this page. Please observe all cautions indi-

cated on this page and those indicated in the safety in-

struction section.

See bottom of Keyboard enclosure for graphic symbol markings

The exclamation point within the equi-

lateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important oper-

ating and maintenance (servicing) in-

structions in the literature accompany-

ing the product.

The lightning flash with arrowhead

symbol, within the equilateral triangle,

is intended to alert the user to the pres-

ence of uninsulated “dangerous volt-

age” within the product’s enclosure that

may be of sufficient magnitude to con-

stitute a risk of electrical shock.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic prod-

ucts are tested and approved by an independent safety

testing laboratory in order that you may be sure that when

it is properly installed and used in its normal and custom-

ary manner, all foreseeable risks have been eliminated.

DO NOT modify this unit or commission others to do so

unless specifically authorized by Yamaha. Product per-

formance and/or safety standards may be diminished.

Claims filed under the expressed warranty may be denied

if the unit is/has been modified. Implied warranties may

also be affected.

SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The

information contained in this manual is believed to be

correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves

the right to change or modify any of the specifications

without notice or obligation to update existing units.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to pro-

duce products that are both user safe and environmentally

friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the

production methods used to produce them, meet these

goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the

law, we want you to be aware of the following:

SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION

CLP-880/880M/880PE

Model _____________________________________

Serial No. __________________________________

Purchase Date ______________________________

CLP-860/860M

CLP-840

CLP-820

CLP-820S

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

• (For instruments with a key cover) Take care that the key cover does not

pinch your fingers, and do not insert a finger or hand in the key cover gap.

• (For instruments with a key cover) Never insert or drop paper or metallic or

other objects between the slits of the key cover and the keyboard. If this

happens, immediately turn off the power and remove the electric plug from

the outlet and have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service

personnel.

• Do not place the instrument against a wall (allow at least 3 cm/one-inch

from the wall), since this can cause inadequate air circulation, and possi-

bly result in the instrument overheating.

• Read carefully the attached documentation explaining the assembly pro-

cess. Failure to assemble the instrument in the proper sequence might

result in damage to the instrument or even injury.

• Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high or un-

comfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If

you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physi-

cian.

■USING THE BENCH (if included)

• Do not play carelessly with or stand on the bench. Using it as a tool or

step-ladder or for any other purpose might result in accident or injury.

• Only one person should sit on the bench at a time, in order to prevent the

possibility of accident or injury.

• (For height-adjustable benches) Do not attempt to adjust the bench height

while sitting on the bench, since this can cause excessive force to be im-

posed on the adjustment mechanism, possibly resulting in damage to the

mechanism or even injury.

• If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use, tighten

them periodically using the included tool.

■SAVING USER DATA

• Save all data to an external device such as the Yamaha MIDI Data Filer MDF3,

in order to help prevent the loss of important data due to a malfunction or

user operating error.

Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modi-

fications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.

Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.

PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING

* Please keep these precautions in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock,

short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or

modify them in any way. The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts.

If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and

have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

• Do not expose the instrument to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet

conditions, or place containers on it containing liquids which might spill

into any openings.

• If the power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged, or if there is a sudden

loss of sound during use of the instrument, or if any unusual smells or

smoke should appear to be caused by it, immediately turn off the power

switch, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the instrument

inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required

voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.

• Before cleaning the instrument, always remove the electric plug from the

outlet. Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

• Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may

have accumulated on it.

CAUTION

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the

instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators,

and do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, place heavy

objects on it, or place it in a position where anyone could walk on, trip over,

or roll anything over it.

• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always

hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.

• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-con-

nector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause over-

heating in the outlet.

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be

used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.

•

Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the

power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all compo-

nents, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of

all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume con-

trols while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.

• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme

cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the

day) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the inter-

nal components.

• Do not use the instrument near other electrical products such as televisions,

radios, or speakers, since this might cause interference which can affect

proper operation of the other products.

• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might acciden-

tally fall over.

• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables.

• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinners,

solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths. Also, do

not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this might

discolor the panel or keyboard.

•

On the CLP-880PE, gently remove dust and dirt with a soft cloth. Do not wipe

too hard since small particles of dirt can scratch the instrument’s finish.

• On the CLP-880PE, bumping the surface of the instrument with metal, porce-

lain, or other hard objects can cause the finish to crack or peel. Use caution.

• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do

not use excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.

(1)B-6vari.

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Introduction

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha Clavinova. Your Clavinova is a fine musical instrument that employs

advanced Yamaha music technology. With the proper care, your Clavinova will give you many years of

musical pleasure.

● Stereo sampling of the acoustic piano voices offers unmatched realism and expressive

power, while the AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generator system offers rich,

realistic reproductions of all other voices.

● Piano-like touch response — adjustable in 4 stages — provides extensive expressive

control and outstanding playability.

● Dual mode allows 2 voices to be played simultaneously.

● Split mode (CLP-880/860) allows different voices to be played by the left and right

hands.

● On the CLP-880/860, damper pedal includes natural resonance effect for the piano

voices, simulating the string and sound-board resonance of acoustic pianos.

● Metronome feature with variable tempo facilitates practice.

● 2-track digital recorder lets you record and play back anything you play on the key-

board.

● MIDI compatibility and a range of MIDI functions make the Clavinova useful in a range

of advanced MIDI music systems.

● Built-in computer interface for direct connection to personal computers running ad-

vanced music software.

In order to make the most of your Clavinova’s performance potential and features, we urge you to read

this Owner’s Manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for later reference.

* The models CLP-880M, CLP-880PE and CLP-860M will be referred to as the CLP-880 and CLP-860 in this

Owner’s Manual.

Included Accessories

● Owner’s Manual

● Bench (included or optional depending on locale)

● Dust Cover (CLP-820S only)

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Contents

The Control Panel .......................................................... 6

Key Cover & Music Stand .............................................. 8

Connections ................................................................. 10

Selecting & Playing Voices ...........................................11

Playing the Demonstration Tunes ................................ 12

■

Voice Demo..............................................................12

■

Piano Song ..............................................................13

■

Piano Song A-B Repeat ..........................................14

■

Piano Song Part Cancel .........................................15

●

Synchro Start.....................................................15

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Left Pedal Start/Stop .........................................15

The Dual Mode ............................................................ 16

●

Other Dual Mode Functions...............................16

The Split Mode (CLP-880/860) ........................................ 17

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Selecting the Right and Left Voices...................17

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Setting the Split Point ........................................17

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Other Split Mode Functions ...............................17

Reverb ........................................................................ 18

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Adjusting Reverb Depth.....................................18

The Effect (CLP-880/860/840) .......................................... 19

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Adjusting Effect Depth .......................................19

Brilliance (CLP-880/860/840) ........................................... 19

The Pedals................................................................... 20

●

Damper (Right) Pedal........................................20

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Sostenuto (Center) Pedal (except for CLP-820S) .....20

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Soft (Left) Pedal.................................................20

Touch Sensitivity ......................................................... 21

Transposition ............................................................... 21

Tuning ......................................................................... 22

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Tuning Up ..........................................................22

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Tuning Down......................................................22

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To Restore Standard Pitch.................................22

The Metronome & Tempo Control ................................ 23

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The Metronome .......................................................23

●

Metronome Time Signature ...............................23

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Metronome Volume Function.............................23

■

Tempo Control.........................................................23

Using the Recorder ...................................................... 24

■

Recording ................................................................24

●

Changing the Initial Settings..............................25

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Erasing a Single Track.......................................25

■

Playback ..................................................................26

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Synchro Start.....................................................26

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Left Pedal Start/Stop .........................................26

The Function Mode ...................................................... 27

●

To Select a Function … .....................................27

■

F1: Tuning ................................................................28

■

F2: Scale ..................................................................28

F2.1: Scale ...........................................................28

F2.2: Base Note ...................................................28

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F3: Dual Mode Functions .......................................29

F3.1: Dual Balance...............................................29

F3.2: Dual Detune ................................................29

F3.3: 1st Voice Octave Shift.................................29

F3.4: 2nd Voice Octave Shift................................29

F3.5: 1st Voice Effect Depth

(CLP-880/860/840) ........30

F3.6: 2nd Voice Effect Depth

(CLP-880/860/840).......30

F3.5: Reset

(CLP-820/820S) .....................................30

F3.7: Reset

(CLP-880/860/840) ..................................30

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F4: CLP-880/860 Split Mode Functions.................30

F4.1: Split Point....................................................30

F4.2: Split Balance ...............................................30

F4.3: Right Voice Octave Shift .............................31

F4.4: Left Voice Octave Shift................................31

F4.5: Right Voice Effect Depth .............................31

F4.6: Left Voice Effect Depth ...............................31

F4.7: Damper Range............................................31

F4.8: Reset...........................................................31

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F4: CLP-840/820/820S Left Pedal Mode ................32

■

F5: CLP-880/860 Pedal Functions .........................32

F5.1: Left Pedal Mode..........................................32

F5.2: Damper Mode .............................................32

F5.3: Soundboard Depth......................................32

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F5: CLP-840/820/820S Metronome Volume...........33

■

F6: CLP-880/860 Metronome Volume ....................33

■

F6:

CLP-840/820/820S Piano Song Part Cancel Volume

..33

■

F7:

CLP-880/860 Piano Song Part Cancel Volume

.......33

■

F7: CLP-840/820/820S MIDI Functions ..................34

■

F8: CLP-880/860 MIDI Functions ...........................34

●

A Brief Introduction to MIDI................................34

F7.1/F8.1: MIDI Transmit Channel Selection .......34

F7.2/F8.2: MIDI Receive Channel Selection ........34

F7.3/F8.3: Local Control ON/OFF ........................35

F7.4/F8.4: Program Change ON/OFF..................35

F7.5/F8.5: Control Change ON/OFF ....................36

F7.6/F8.6: MIDI Transmit Transpose....................36

F7.7/F8.7: Panel/Status Transmit.........................36

F7.8/F8.8: Bulk Data Dump..................................36

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F8: CLP-840/820/820S Backup Functions.............37

■

F9: CLP-880/860 Backup Functions ......................37

F8.1/F9.1: Voice ...................................................37

F8.2/F9.2: MIDI ....................................................37

F8.3/F9.3: Tuning .................................................37

F8.4/F9.4: Pedal...................................................37

Connecting to a Personal Computer ............................. 38

●

Connecting to an Apple Macintosh Series Computer

....38

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Connecting to an IBM-PC/AT Series Computer

........39

Factory Preset Recall .................................................. 40

Troubleshooting ........................................................... 40

Options & Expander Modules ...................................... 40

Demo Song List..................................................................41

Factory Setting List............................................................42

MIDI Data Format................................................................43

MIDI Implementation Chart................................................47

CLP-880: Keyboard Stand Assembly ...............................48

CLP-860/840/820: Keyboard Stand Assembly .................56

CLP-820S: Keyboard Stand Assembly.............................62

Specifications.....................................................................68

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

The Control Panel

1 [POWER] Switch

Press the [POWER] switch once to turn the

power ON, a second time to turn the power OFF.

When the power is initially turned ON, a voice

selector LED will light, and the power indicator

located below the left end of the keyboard will light

(except for CLP-820S).

2 [MASTER VOLUME] Control

The [MASTER VOLUME] control adjusts the

volume (level) of sound produced by the Clavinova’s

internal stereo sound system. The [MASTER

VOLUME] control also adjusts headphone volume

when a pair of headphones is plugged into the

PHONES jack (page 10).

3 [BRILLIANCE] Control (CLP-880/860/840)

The [BRILLIANCE] Control adjusts the tonality

or “timbre” of the output sound from a mellow tone

to a bright tone.

4 [DEMO] Button

Activates the demo playback mode in which you

can select playback of different demonstration

sequences for each of the Clavinova’s voices. See

page 12 for details.

POWER

MASTER

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

DEMO

TRANSPOSE

VARIATION SPLIT

STRINGS

HARPSI-

CHORD

PIPE

ORGAN

CHURCH

ORGAN

JAZZ

ORGAN BASS

GRAND

PIANO

JAZZ

PIANO

CLASSICAL

PIANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1 E. PIANO 2

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

TOUCH

HARD

MEDIUM

SOFT

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

METRO-

NOME

TEMPO

SONG

SELECT

–

YES

START

STOP

REC

CLP-

880

STEREO SAMPLING

FUNCTION

PIANO

SONG

FUNCTION

RECORDER

BRILLIANCE

BRIGHT

MELLOW

CLP-880

CLP-860

CLP-840

CLP-820/820S

MASTER

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

DEMO

TRANSPOSE

VARIATION SPLIT

STRINGS

HARPSI-

CHORD

PIPE

ORGAN

CHURCH

ORGAN

JAZZ

ORGAN

BASS

GRAND

PIANO

JAZZ

PIANO

CLASSICAL

PIANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1 E. PIANO 2

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

TOUCH

HARD

MEDIUM

SOFT

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

METRO-

NOME

TEMPO

SONG

SELECT

–

NO +

YES

START

STOP

REC

FUNCTION

PIANO

SONG

FUNCTION

RECORDER

BRILLIANCE

BRIGHT

MELLOW

MASTER

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

DEMO

TRANSPOSE

VARIATION SPLIT

E. PIANO 2

HARPSI-

CHORD

STRINGS

PIPE

ORGAN

BASS

CLASSICAL

PIANO

GRAND

PIANO

JAZZ

PIANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

TOUCH

HARD

MEDIUM

SOFT

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

METRO-

NOME

TEMPO

SONG

SELECT

–

NO +

YES

START

STOP

REC

FUNCTION

PIANO

SONG

FUNCTION

RECORDER

BRILLIANCE

BRIGHT

MELLOW

MASTER

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

DEMO

TRANSPOSE

VARIATION

E. PIANO 2

STRINGS

PIPE

ORGAN

HARPSI-

CHORD

GRAND

PIANO

CLASSICAL

PIANO

E. PIANO 1

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

TOUCH

HARD

MEDIUM

SOFT

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

METRO-

NOME

TEMPO

SONG

SELECT

–

NO +

YES

START

STOP

REC

FUNCTION

PIANO

SONG

FUNCTION

RECORDER

BRILLIANCE

BRIGHT

MELLOW

MASTER VOLUME

MAX

MIN

DEMO

TRANSPOSE

VARIATION

E. PIANO

HARPSI-

CHORD

STRINGS

PIPE

ORGAN

GRAND

PIANO

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

TOUCH

HARD

MEDIUM

SOFT

METRO-

NOME

TEMPO

SONG

SELECT

–

NO +

YES

START

STOP

REC

FUNCTION

PIANO

SONG

FUNCTION

RECORDER

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C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2 D2 E2 F2 G2 A2 B2 C3 D3 E3 F3 G3 A3 B3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 B4 C5 D5 E5 F5 G5 A5 B5 C6

D6 E6 F6 G6 A6 B6 C7

678 9 0

!# $

678 9 0

!# $

678 9

!# $

68 9

!# $

PHONES Jacks (Bottom panel) (See page 10)

Tuning keys (See page 22)

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

The Control Panel

5 [TRANSPOSE] Button

The [TRANSPOSE] button allows access to the

Clavinova’s TRANSPOSE function (to shift the

pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone

intervals).

6 [REVERB] Button

The [REVERB] button selects a number of

digital reverb effects that you can use for extra depth

and expressive power. See page 18 for details.

7 [EFFECT] Button (CLP-880/860/840)

This button selects a number of effects which can

give your sound greater depth and animation.

8 [TOUCH] Button

The [TOUCH] button makes it easy to adjust the

touch response of the Clavinova to match your

playing style. See page 21 for details.

9 Voice Selectors & [VARIATION] Button

Simply press any of the voice selectors to select

the corresponding voice. The voice selector LED

will light to indicate which voice is currently se-

lected. Press the [VARIATION] button so that its

indicator lights to select a variation of the currently

selected voice.

There is also a dual mode in which two voices

can be played simultaneously across the full range of

the keyboard (see page 16 for details), and a split

mode on the CLP-880/860 which allows different

voices to be played by the left and right hands (see

page 17 for details).

0 [SPLIT] Button (CLP-880/860)

Engages the split mode, in which different voices

can be played on the left- and right-hand sections of

the keyboard. See page 17 for details.

! [METRONOME] Button

Turns the metronome sound on and off. The

[TEMPO ▼/▲] buttons, below, are used to set the

tempo of the metronome sound. The [–/NO] and [+/

YES] buttons are used to change the time signature

(beat) of the metronome if used while the [METRO-

NOME] button is held — page 23.

@ [TEMPO ▼/▲] (FUNCTION </>) Buttons

These buttons adjust the tempo of the metronome

function as well as the playback tempo of the re-

corder function. The tempo range is from 32 to 280

beats per minute — page 23. These same buttons are

also used to select functions — page 27.

# [FUNCTION] Button

This button accesses a range of utility functions

— including the MIDI functions — that significantly

enhance versatility and playability. See page 27 for

details.

$ [PIANO SONG] Button

This button enters the Piano Song Mode. While

in this mode you can use the [SONG SELECT ▼/

▲] buttons to select from 50 songs.

% [SONG SELECT ▼/▲] (–/NO, +/YES) Buttons

These buttons select a piano song number for

playback, and are also used to adjust a range of other

parameters (i.e. their “–/NO” and “+/YES” func-

tions).

^ RECORDER [START/STOP] and [REC] But-

tons

These buttons control the Clavinova’s recorder,

letting you record and play back just about anything

you play on the keyboard.

& RECORDER [1] and [2] Buttons

The Clavinova has a 2-track recorder, and these

buttons are used to select the track(s) to be recorded

or played back. See page 24 for details.

* Pedals

The soft (left), sostenuto (center) and damper

(right) pedals (soft/sostenuto [left] and damper

[right] in the case of the CLP-820S) provide a range

of expressive control capabilities similar to the pedal

functions on an acoustic piano. See page 20 for

details.

Soft pedal

Damper pedal

Sostenuto pedal

Soft/Sostenuto pedal

Damper pedal

CLP-880/860/840/820 CLP-820S

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

To open the key cover:

ZLift the cover slightly (not too much).

XSlide the cover open.

• Hold the cover with both hands when moving it, and do not release it until it is fully opened or

closed. Be careful to avoid catching fingers (yours or others) between the cover and main unit.

• Do not place objects on top of the key cover. Small objects placed on the key cover may fall inside

the main unit when the cover is opened and may not be able to be removed. This could cause

electric shock, short circuit, fire or other serious damage to the instrument.

To close the key cover:

ZSlide the cover toward you.

XGently lower the cover over the keys.

Be careful to avoid catching your

fingers when opening or closing

the cover.

Key Cover & Music Stand

Key Cover (except for CLP-820S)

■ CLP-860/840/820 ...........................................................

To open the key cover:

Gently lift the cover until it is fully open.

To close the key cover:

Gently lower the cover over the keys.

■ CLP-880 .........................................................................

Be careful to avoid catching your

fingers when opening or closing

the cover.

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Key Cover & Music Stand

To raise the music stand:

ZPull the stand up and toward yourself as far as it will go.

XFlip down the two metal supports at the left and the right on the rear

of the music stand.

CLower the music stand so that it rests on the metal supports.

As shown in the illustration, the angle of the music stand can be set in one

of three positions, according to the position of the metal supports. Set the left

and right metal supports to the same position.

To lower the music stand:

ZPull the music stand toward yourself as far as it will go.

XRaise the two metal supports (at the rear of the stand).

CGently lower the music stand backward until it is all the way down.

• Do not try to use the music stand in a half-raised position.

When lowering the stand, do not release your hands from the music stand

until it is all the way down.

Music Stand

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Connections

1 AUX IN L/L+R and R Jacks

These jacks are intended for use with an external tone generator module

such as the Yamaha DOU-10 Disk Orchestra Unit. The stereo outputs from

the external tone generator module are connected to the AUX IN L/L+R

and R jacks, allowing the sound of the tone generator to be reproduced via

the Clavinova’s internal sound system and speakers. A line-level mono

source can be connected to the L/L+R jack.

• The input signal from the AUX IN jacks is controlled by the Clavinova’s volume

and brilliance (CLP-880/860/840) controls. Reverb and effect (CLP-880/860/

840) functions will have no affect.

• The input signal from the AUX IN jacks is delivered to the AUX OUT jacks.

2 AUX OUT L/L+R and R Jacks

The AUX OUT L/L+R and R jacks deliver the output of the Clavinova for

connection to an instrument amplifier, mixing console, PA system, or recording

equipment. If you will be connecting the Clavinova to a monaural sound

system, use only the L/L+R jack. When a plug is inserted into the L/L+R jack

only, the left- and right-channel signals are combined and delivered via the L/

L+R jack so you don’t lose any of the Clavinova’s sound.

• The AUX OUT jack signal must never be returned to the AUX IN jacks, either

directly or through external equipment.

• The AUX OUT jack signal is not controlled by the Clavinova’s volume control.

Use the volume control on the external audio equipment to adjust the level.

3 PEDAL Jack

This terminal is for connecting the pedal cord from the pedal box (refer

to the “Keyboard Stand Assembly” on pages 48-67).

4 MIDI IN, THRU and OUT Connectors

The MIDI IN connector receives MIDI data from an external MIDI

device (such as the DOU-10 Disk Orchestra Unit) which can be used to

control the Clavinova. The MIDI THRU connector re-transmits any data

received at the MIDI IN connector, allowing “chaining” of several MIDI

instruments or other devices. The MIDI OUT connector transmits MIDI

data generated by the Clavinova (e.g. note and velocity data produced by

playing the Clavinova keyboard).

More details on MIDI are given in “MIDI Functions” on page 34.

5 TO HOST Connector & HOST SELECT Switch

This jack and selector switch allow direct connection to a personal

computer for sequencing and other music applications — without the need

for a separate MIDI interface. See page 38 for details.

● PHONES Jacks

(Bottom Panel)

Two sets of standard stereo headphones can be plugged in here for

private practice or late-night playing. The internal speaker system is auto-

matically shut off when a pair of headphones is plugged into either of the

PHONES jacks.

Tone Generator

AUX OUT

L+R

DOU-10

MIDI

IN OUT THRU

Personal Computer

HOST SELECT TO HOST

PC-2 PC-1

Mac

MIDI

Stereo System

DOU-10

AUX IN

L+R

12 3 4 5

HOST SELECT TO HOST

PC-2 PC-1

Mac

MIDI

PEDAL

IN OUT THRU

AUX IN

L+R

AUX OUT

L+R

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Selecting & Playing Voices

Turn Power On..................................................................................................

After making sure that the Clavinova’s AC cord is properly plugged

into the Clavinova itself and plugged into a convenient AC wall outlet,

press the [POWER] switch located to the right of the keyboard to turn

the power ON. In some areas a plug adaptor may be provided to match

the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your area.

When the power is turned ON, one of the voice selector LEDs will

light, and the power indicator located below the left end of the key-

board will light (except for CLP-820S).

Set the Volume..................................................................................................

Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] control about half way

between the “MIN” and “MAX” settings. Then, when you start playing,

re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] control for the most comfortable

listening level.

Select a Voice.....................................................................................................

Select the desired voice by pressing one of the voice selectors. Use

the [VARIATION] button to select a variation of the current voice, as

required.

POWER

CLP-880

Play................................................................................................................................

The Clavinova also offers keyboard touch response, so the volume

and timbre of notes played can be controlled according to how “hard”

you play the keys. The amount of variation available depends on the

selected voice.

Add Effects As Required .......................................................................

You can add or change reverb, effects (CLP-880/860/840) and

brilliance (CLP-880/860/840) as desired by using the [REVERB]

button (page 18), [EFFECT] button (page 19) and the [BRIL-

LIANCE] control (page 19).

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

BRILLIANCE

BRIGHT

MELLOW

VARIATION

STRINGS

HARPSI-

CHORD

PIPE

ORGAN

CHURCH

ORGAN

JAZZ

ORGAN

BASS

GRAND

PIANO

JAZZ

PIANO

CLASSICAL

PIANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1 E. PIANO 2

MASTER

VOLUME

MAX

MIN

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Demonstration tunes are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the

Clavinova’s voices. There are also 50 piano songs that you can play individually,

all in sequence, or in random order. Here’s how you can select and play the

demo tunes.

NOTE

• The demo or piano song mode cannot be engaged while the recorder (page 24) is in use.

• No MIDI reception occurs in the demo/piano song mode.

• The demo/piano song data is not transmitted via the MIDI connectors.

* See page 41 for a complete listing of the demo tunes.

Playing the Demonstration Tunes

Engage the Demo Mode .........................................................................

Play a Voice Demo.........................................................................................

Press one of the voice selectors to start playback of all songs starting

from the corresponding voice demo tune — featuring the voice nor-

mally selected by that voice selector button. (If you press the [START/

STOP] button instead of a voice selector button, the GRAND PIANO

demo tune will begin playback.) The indicator of the selected voice

selector button will flash during playback, and “- - -” will appear on the

LED display. You can start playback of any other voice demo tune

during playback by simply pressing the corresponding voice selector.

You can stop playback at any time by pressing the [START/STOP]

button or the voice selector of the currently playing demo.

NOTE

• Use the [MASTER VOLUME] control to adjust the volume and the

[BRILLIANCE] control (CLP-880/860/840) to adjust the brilliance (page

19).

Press the [DEMO] button to engage the demo mode — the voice

selector indicators will flash in sequence.

CLP-880

Voice Demo

Exit From the Demo Mode....................................................................

Press the [DEMO] button to exit from the demo mode and return to

the normal play mode.

DEMO

STRINGS

HARPSI-

CHORD

PIPE

ORGAN

CHURCH

ORGAN

JAZZ

ORGAN

BASS

GRAND

PIANO

JAZZ

PIANO

CLASSICAL

PIANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1 E. PIANO 2

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Engage the Piano Song Mode .........................................................

Play a Piano Song.........................................................................................

To play any of the 50 piano songs provided, use the [SONG SE-

LECT ▼/▲] buttons to select the number of the tune you want to play

(the number will appear on the LED display), then press the [START/

STOP] button. Playback will stop automatically when playback of the

selected piano song has finished.

Select “ALL” instead of a number to play all piano songs in se-

quence, or select “rnd” to continuously play all piano songs in ran-

dom order. Press the [START/STOP] button to stop playback.

• Use the [MASTER VOLUME] control to adjust the volume.

• You can use the [TEMPO

▼

▲

] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as

required. This produces a relative tempo variation, with a range from “-

50” through “- - -” to “50” at maximum; the range will differ depending on

the selected song.

• The default tempo “- - -” is automatically selected whenever a new piano

song is selected, or playback of a new piano song begins during “

ALL

” or

“

rnd

” playback.

• You can play the keyboard along with the piano song playback. The voice

playing on the keyboard can be changed.

• You can change the Brilliance control (CLP-880/860/840) and Reverb

type that is applied to the voice you play on the keyboard and for the

piano song playback. You can change the Effect type (CLP-880/860/840)

and Touch sensitivity that is applied to the voice you play on the key-

board. When a new piano song is selected or a new piano song is

automatically started in continuous play, the HALL 1 reverb type will

automatically be selected.

Press the [PIANO SONG] button to engage the piano song mode —

the [PIANO SONG], [1] and [2] indicators will light.

Piano Song

Exit From the Piano Song Mode....................................................

Press the [PIANO SONG] button to exit from the piano song mode,

the indicator will go off, and return to the normal play mode.

Playing the Demonstration Tunes

PIANO

SONG

SELECT

–

YES

START

STOP

PIANO

SONG

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Piano Song A-B Repeat

The A-B Repeat function can be used to continuously repeat a

specified phrase within a piano song. Combined with the Part Cancel

function described below, this provides an excellent way to practice

difficult phrases.

Specify the Beginning (A) of the Phrase..............................

Select and play a piano song, then press the [FUNCTION] button at

the beginning of the phrase you want to repeat. This sets the “A” point

(“A-” will appear on the display).

To set the “A” point at the very beginning of the song, press the

[FUNCTION] button before starting playback.

Specify the End (B) of the Phrase ...............................................

Press the [FUNCTION] button a second time at the end of the

phrase. This sets the “B” point (“A-b” will appear on the display). At

this point repeat playback will begin between the specified A and B

points.

Stop Playback....................................................................................................

Press the [START/STOP] button to stop playback while retaining

the specified A and B points. A-B repeat playback will resume if the

[START/STOP] button is then pressed again.

To cancel the A and B points press the [FUNCTION] button once.

NOTE

• The A and B points are automatically canceled when a new song is

selected.

• The A-B Repeat function cannot be used during “

ALL

” or “

rnd

” play-

back.

FUNCTION

START

STOP

REC

RECORDER

Playing the Demonstration Tunes

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Piano Song Part Cancel

The 50 piano songs have separate left- and right-hand parts that can

be turned on and off as required so you can practice the corresponding

part on the keyboard. The right-hand part is played by the recorder’s [1]

track, and the left-hand part is played by recorder’s [2] track. (Some of

the songs are arrangements for four-hands, tracks [1] and [2] corre-

spond to primo and secondo parts of the arrangement.)

Turn the Desired Part Off ......................................................................

Press the RECORDER [1] or [2] button to turn the corresponding

part off — the corresponding indicator will go out (these buttons

alternately toggle the corresponding part on and off).

NOTE

• The parts can be turned on or off even during playback.

• The Piano Song Part Cancel function cannot be used during “

ALL

” or

“

rnd

” playback.

• The “Piano Song Part Cancel Volume” function described on page 33 can

be used to set the canceled part so that it plays at a volume from “0” (no

sound) to “20”. The default setting is “5”.

• Both parts are automatically turned ON whenever a new song is selected.

Start/Stop Playback.....................................................................................

Press the [START/STOP] button to start and stop playback as

required.

Synchro Start .....................................................................................................

When the Synchro Start function is engaged, playback of the se-

lected piano song will begin automatically as soon as you start playing

on the keyboard.

To engage the Synchro Start function press the [START/STOP]

button while holding the part button corresponding to the part which is

ON. A dot will appear in the lower right corner of the display. (Repeat

the previous operation to disengage the Syncro Start function.)

Playback will then start as soon as you begin playing on the key-

board.

NOTE

• If you hold a track button which is OFF while pressing the [START/STOP]

button, that track will be turned ON and the Synchro Start mode will be

engaged.

Left Pedal Start/Stop..................................................................................

The left pedal can be assigned to start and stop piano song playback

via the “Left Pedal Mode” function described on page 32.

START

STOP

REC

RECORDER

START

STOP

REC

RECORDER

START

STOP

REC

RECORDER

Playing the Demonstration Tunes

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

The Dual Mode

The dual mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across

the entire range of the keyboard.

To activate the dual mode simply press two voice selectors at the

same time (or press one voice selector while holding another). The

voice indicators of both selected voices will light when the dual mode

is active. To return to the normal single-voice play mode, press any

single voice selector.

According to the voice numbering priority as shown in the diagram

on the left, lower valued voice numbers will be designated as the 1st

Voice (the other voice will be designated as the 2nd Voice).

The [STRINGS] [VARIATION] voice has a slow attack. This

voice can sometimes be used with another voice in the Dual Mode to

produce a better “blend”.

NOTE

• The dual and split modes (CLP-880/860) cannot be engaged at the same

time.

• The [VARIATION] button indicator will light if the variation is engaged for

either or both of the dual-mode voices. While the dual mode is engaged

the [VARIATION] button can be used to turn the variation for both voices

on or off. To use the variation for only one of the voices the setting must

be made prior to engaging the dual mode.

• [EFFECT] in the Dual Mode

Depending upon the conditions one effect type will take priority over the

other. Depth will be decided according to the depth default value of the

voice combination. However, using function F3 (see page 29) you can

change the depth value for each voice as you like.

Effect depth setting via the panel controls (i.e. pressing the [-/NO] or [+/

YES] buttons while holding the [EFFECT] button — see page 19) will be

applied to the 1st Voice only.

• [REVERB] in the Dual Mode

The reverb type assigned to the 1st Voice will take priority over the other.

(If the reverb is set to OFF, the 2nd Voice’s reverb type will be in affect.)

Reverb depth setting via the panel controls (i.e. pressing the [-/NO] or [+/

YES] buttons while holding the [REVERB] button — see page 18) will be

applied to the 1st Voice only.

Other Dual Mode Functions...............................................................

The Clavinova Function mode provides access to a number of other

dual-mode functions, listed below. See the corresponding pages for

details.

• Dual Balance ................................................. 29

• Dual Detune .................................................. 29

• 1st Voice Octave Shift ................................... 29

• 2nd Voice Octave Shift .................................. 29

• 1st Voice Effect Depth................................... 30

• 2nd Voice Effect Depth.................................. 30

• Reset ............................................................. 30

Voice numbering priority

AZZ

ANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1 E. PIA

STRINGS

HARPSI-

CHORD

PIPE

ORGAN

CHURCH

ORGAN

JAZZ

ORGAN

BASS

GRAND

PIANO

JAZZ

PIANO

CLASSICAL

PIANO

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIANO 1 E. PIANO 2

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

The Split Mode (CLP-880/860)

The split mode makes it possible to play two different voices on the keyboard

— one with the left hand and another with the right hand. The Left Voice is

played on all keys to the left of (and including) a specified “split point” key, while

the Right Voice is played on all keys to the right of the split point key.

To activate the split mode simply press the [SPLIT] button so thats

indicator lights. The split mode can be turned off at any time by pressing the

[SPLIT] button again so that its indicator goes out.

NOTE

• The dual and split modes cannot be engaged at the same time.

Selecting the Right and Left Voices ....................................................

The voice that was selected before the split mode was engaged becomes

the Right Voice in the split mode. (The Right Voice can also be changed while

in the split mode, by simply pressing the corresponding voice selector.)

To select a Left Voice press the corresponding voice selector while

holding the [SPLIT] button (default: [BASS]). The indicator of the Left

Voice selector will light while the [SPLIT] button is pressed, then only the

Right Voice selector and [SPLIT] button indicators will remain lit.

NOTE

• The variation can be individually turned on and off for the split mode voices.

Normally the voice indicator of the Right Voice lights in the split mode. The

[VARIATION] can be used to turn the variation for the Right Voice on or off as

required. While the [SPLIT] button is held, however, the voice indicator of the

Left Voice lights, and in this state the [VARIATION] button can be used to turn

the variation for the Left Voice on or off as required.

• [EFFECT] in the Split Mode

Depending upon the conditions, one effect type will take priority over the other.

Depth will be decided according to the depth default value of the voice

combination. However, using function F4 (see page 30) you can change the

depth value for each voice as you like.

Effect depth setting via the panel controls (i.e. pressing the [-/NO] or [+/YES]

buttons while holding the [EFFECT] button — see page 19) will be applied to

the Right Voice only.

• [REVERB] in the Split Mode

The reverb type assigned to the Right Voice will take priority over the other. (If

the reverb is set to OFF, the Left Voice’s reverb type will be in affect.)

Reverb depth setting via the panel controls (i.e. pressing the [-/NO] or [+/YES]

buttons while holding the [REVERB] button — see page 18) will be applied to

the Right Voice only.

Setting the Split Point.........................................................................................

The split point is initially set at the F#2 key by default. You can change

the split point to any other key by pressing the key while holding the

[SPLIT] button (the name of the current split-point key appears on the LED

display while the [SPLIT] button is held). The split point can also be set via

the Function mode (see below).

Other Split Mode Functions.........................................................................

The Clavinova Function mode provides access to a number of other

split-mode functions, listed below. See the corresponding pages for details.

• Split Point ...................................................... 30

• Split Balance ................................................. 30

• Right Voice Octave Shift ............................... 31

• Left Voice Octave Shift.................................. 31

• Right Voice Effect Depth ............................... 31

• Left Voice Effect Depth.................................. 31

• Damper Range.............................................. 31

• Reset............................................................. 31

A-1 b=1 C 2 F~2

A-1 Bb-1 C2 F#2

Example:

SPLIT

ROCK

PIANO

E. PIA

SPLIT

•“b” is indicated with a lower “_”.

•“#” is indicated with an upper “~”.

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

Reverb

The [REVERB] button selects a number of digital reverb effects that you can

use for extra depth and expressive power.

To select a reverb type press the [REVERB] button a few times

until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indica-

tors light in sequence each time the [REVERB] button is pressed). No

reverb is produced when all indicators are off.

OFF

No reverb effect is selected when no REVERB indicator is lit.

ROOM

This setting add a continuous reverb effect to the sound that is similar

to the type of acoustic reverberation you would hear in a room.

HALL 1

For a “bigger” reverb sound, use the HALL 1 setting. This effect

simulates the natural reverberation of a small-size concert hall.

HALL 2

For a really spacious reverb sound, use the HALL 2 setting. This effect

simulates the natural reverberation of a large concert hall.

STAGE

A simulation of the type of reverb produced in a stage environment.

NOTE

• The default reverb type (including OFF) and depth settings are different

for each voice.

Adjusting Reverb Depth.........................................................................

Adjust the reverb depth for the selected voice by using the [–/NO]

and [+/YES] buttons while holding the [REVERB] button. The depth

range is from 0 through 20 (the current depth setting appears on the

LED display while the [REVERB] button is held). A setting of “0”

produces no effect, while a setting of “20” produces maximum reverb

depth. Press the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons simultaneously while

holding the [REVERB] button to recall the default setting for the

current voice (default depth settings are different for each voice).

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

REVERB

ROOM

HALL 1

HALL 2

STAGE

SONG

SELECT

–

YES

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

EFFECT

CHORUS

SYMPHONIC

TREMOLO

DELAY

SONG

SELECT

–

YES

Brilliance (CLP-880/860/840)

For a brighter or “sharper” tone, slide the control towards the

BRIGHT position. For a “rounder” more mellow tone, slide the control

towards the MELLOW position.

NOTE

• When the BRILLIANCE is set to BRIGHT, the overall sound will be

slightly louder. If the MASTER VOLUME is set at a high level the sound

may become distorted. If so, lower the MASTER VOLUME level.

This control can be used to change the tonality or “timbre” of the sound

output. The control range is from MELLOW to BRIGHT.

BRILLIANCE

BRIGHT

MELLOW

The Effect (CLP-880/860/840)

The [EFFECT] button allows you to select one of the effects that can give

your sound greater depth and animation.

To select an effect type press the [EFFECT] button a few times

until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indica-

tors light in sequence each time the [EFFECT] button is pressed). No

effect is produced when all indicators are off.

OFF

No effect is selected when no EFFECT indicator is lit.

CHORUS

Shimmering, broadening effect

SYMPHONIC

Adds a deep, symphonic backdrop

TREMOLO

Tremolo effect

DELAY

Echo effect

NOTE

• The default effect type (including OFF) and depth settings are different for

each voice.

Adjusting Effect Depth.............................................................................

Effect depth can be individually adjusted for the selected voice by

using the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons while holding the [EFFECT]

button. The depth range is from 0 through 20 (the current depth setting

appears on the LED display while the [EFFECT] button is held). A

setting of “0” produces no effect, while a setting of “20” produces

maximum effect depth. Press the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons simulta-

neously while holding the [EFFECT] button to recall the default

setting for the current voice (the default depth settings are different for

each voice).

CLP-880/860/840/820/820S

The Pedals

Soft (Left) Pedal...............................................................................................

The soft pedal reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of

notes played while the pedal is pressed. The soft pedal will not affect

notes which are already playing when it is pressed.

The left pedal can also be assigned to song start/stop operation (or

sostenuto in the case of the CLP-820S) via the “Left Pedal Mode”

described on page 32.

The CLP-820

has two and other models have three foot pedals that

produce a range of expressive effects similar to those produced by the

pedals on an acoustic piano.

Soft pedal

Damper pedal

Sostenuto pedal

Sostenuto (Center) Pedal (except for CLP-820S) .....................

If you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press the sostenuto

pedal while the note(s) are held, those notes will be sustained as long as

the pedal is held (as if the damper pedal had been pressed) but all

subsequently played notes will not be sustained. This makes it possible

to sustain a chord, for example, while other notes are played “staccato.”

NOTE

• Organ and string voices will continue to sound for as long as the soste-

nuto pedal is depressed.

Soft/Sostenuto pedal

Damper pedal

CLP-820S

CLP-880/860/840/820

Damper (Right) Pedal................................................................................

The damper pedal functions in the same way as a damper pedal on

an acoustic piano. When the damper pedal is pressed notes played have

a long sustain. Releasing the pedal immediately stops (damps) any

sustained notes.

On the CLP-880/860, when GRAND PIANO, CLASSICAL PI-

ANO, or JAZZ PIANO is selected the damper pedal also produces a

special “resonance” that simulates the ring of the strings and the sound

board of an acoustic piano.

The CLP-880/860 damper pedal additionally features continuous

damping. This allows you to create shorter effects by pressing the

damper pedal down only part of the way.

NOTE

• On the CLP-880/860, soundboard depth and damper pedal mode (switch/

continuous) settings can be changed using the “Pedal Functions” (page

32) in the function mode.

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